Sony HVR-Z5E issue

[u/xcrow9621]

Hi everyone,

I have a problem with my Sony HVR-Z5E.

Tape cassette compartment (loading mechanism) is stuck in the fully ejected/open position and refuses to go down. The issue started when I opened the compartment to remove a tape. The tape was removed easily and without any force, but the mechanism failed to retract back down.

So... What can I do to fix this? What is the cause of this problem?

Pls... help me..:<